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Sour Pulse

Sour Pulse is a sativa-dominant strain with the lineage Chemdog × Super Skunk. Typical aromas include diesel, skunky and spicy notes. The effects are generally described as energising, clear and head-focused.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • diesel
  • skunky
  • spicy
  • peppery
  • earthy
  • citrusy
  • sour

Effects

  • energising
  • clear
  • head-focused
  • creative
  • mentally balanced
  • mood-enhancing
  • motivating

Terpenes

  • Limonene
  • Myrcene
  • Caryophyllene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC 20 %
CBD 1 %

These values are provided for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parent line and family tree

Sour Pulse is at the beginning. The documented parent lines follow below through the 3rd generation.

Editorial profile

Sour Pulse in detail

Origin & classification

Sour Pulse is a sativa-dominant strain from Chemdog × Super Skunk. THC levels of up to 20 % place it in the solid mid-range. CBD, at up to 1 %, plays more of a supporting role.

Aroma & flavour

Sour Pulse primarily shows diesel, skunky, spicy and peppery aromas. Limonene, Myrcene and Caryophyllene complement this impression and give the profile additional depth. The blend of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.

Terpene profile

Sour Pulse is generally described as energising, clear, head-focused and creative in its effects. Overall, it therefore feels more open, lively and present than heavy or pressing.

Effect tendency

Sour Pulse is therefore particularly interesting for anyone looking for precisely this combination of genetics, aroma and effects.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

Sour Pulse is likely to appeal especially to people who prefer brighter, more present and head-focused strains. Those who enjoy classic, direct and less polished strain profiles may find this direction more engaging than purely trend-driven strains.

Further classification

Sour Pulse shows diesel, skunky, spicy, peppery and earthy aromas. Limonene, Myrcene and Caryophyllene are the dominant terpenes. With Chemdog x Super Skunk, the strain’s origin remains easy to understand. It is primarily described as energising, clear, head-focused, creative and mentally balancing. With up to 20 % THC, Sour Pulse falls within the mid-range to clearly perceptible category. At up to 1 % CBD, this value clearly remains secondary in Sour Pulse. Sour Pulse therefore does not come across as merely dessert-like, but gains more edge from modern, louder notes. Limonene, Myrcene and Caryophyllene provide additional clues as to why the aroma profile works through more than individual flavour notes alone. Sour Pulse therefore feels bright and active, without this constituting a direct use recommendation. Skunk-related lines give Sour Pulse a more direct, spicier and more old-school character. This makes Sour Pulse interesting for comparisons in which effects and aroma should be considered equally. In terms of cultural classification, Sour Pulse feels more approachable than particularly difficult.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Sour Pulse

What type of strain is Sour Pulse?

We list Sour Pulse as a sativa-dominant strain with the parent line Chemdog × Super Skunk.

What genetics does Sour Pulse have?

The parent line of Sour Pulse is Chemdog × Super Skunk.

What does Sour Pulse smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Sour Pulse primarily stands for diesel, skunky, spicy, peppery, earthy, citrusy and sour notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with Sour Pulse?

Limonene, Myrcene and Caryophyllene are prominent in the Sour Pulse profile. They complement the described aroma profile.

What is the effect tendency of Sour Pulse?

We primarily describe Sour Pulse as energising, clear, head-focused, creative, mentally balancing, mood-enhancing and motivating. Effect impressions are subjective and are not a medical promise.

How high is the THC content of Sour Pulse?

A THC level of 20 % is stated for Sour Pulse. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.